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3 Bean Sambar/Stew – 650th Post
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Hearty, healthy, stew/sambhar may just be the perfect dish. And given the amount of nutrients a single bowl contains — including a hefty dose of fiber and protein. We especially love the earthy flavors give the dish and the hit of metabolism-spice that comes from the garlic crushed red pepper. This soup/stew/sambhar is bound to become a regular part of your dinner rotation.
Health Benefits:
Beans are a super healthy, super versatile and super affordable food. Beans are high in antioxidants, fiber, protein, B vitamins, iron, magnesium, potassium, copper and zinc. Eating beans regularly may decrease the risk of diabetes, heart disease, colorectal cancer and helps with weight management. Beans are hearty, helping you feel full so you will tend to eat less.
Serves: 4
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes (excluding the cooking time of soya)
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Spinach beans curry/Stew
About:
This curry/stew is inspired by mom and tried with few variations. It is basically several spices ground with coconut and then simmered with beans (Avarekalu) but here I used different bean to get similar taste.
Health Benefits:
Lima beans, also known as butter beans, are legumes that are a great source of cholesterol-lowering fiber and protein. They have a wonderful buttery, starchy texture and are quite filling.
- Yields-4-5 servings
- Preparation time-30 minutes
- Soaking time-6-8 hours
- Cooking time-20 minutes
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